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Class Schedule for Sep-Nov 07
Class policy: You must register for any class within 3 days of the start date. A class will be cancelled if there is not a minimum of two participants, unless otherwise specified. If only one person is registered, they will be notified of that cancellation. Once you register for a class, please make note of it on your calendar as “no shows” are unfair to the teachers who have prepared and scheduled their time for you. Please take note of any pre class preparation.
Thank you..
Beginning Knitting
In this class you will learn how to cast on, how to knit and purl, increase, decrease and bind off. You will be ready to start your first project. Worsted weight yarn and size 7 or 8 single point needles are needed.
Michele Thursdays, September 20 and 27 6-8 p.m. $35.00
Michele Sundays, October 7 and 14 10 a.m.-12 p.m. $35.00
Mosaic Knitting
This is a fun method of knitting with 2 colors, but only 1 color is worked with at a time. If you are ready to expand your knitting abilities but are not ready for the more intricate multi-color work, come and see how easy this is and begin applying it to a stocking cap. Handout and pattern will be provided that you may keep.
You will need 2 skeins of DK weight yarn of a light color and 1 skein of a dark color, a 16" size 5 circular needle and a set of size 5 double pointed needles. Sample is in shop.
Prerequisites: Must know how to cast on, form knit and purl stitches.
Pre-class preparation: Cast on 120 stitches in the light color and work 1" of K1, P1 ribbing in the round.
Leslie Wednesdays, November 14, 6-9 p.m., November 28, 6-8 p.m. $45.00
Beginning
Crochet
In this class
you will learn the basic stitches to help you get started on your first
project. You will learn how to read those patterns that look like a foreign
language. Materials needed: Size H or I crochet hook and a single ply
worsted weight yarn.
Michele Tuesdays, September 18
and 25 11
a.m.-1 p.m. $35.00
Beginning Sock Knitting
If you have admired hand made socks and thought you could never make them yourself, think again. You will be amazed at how easy knitting a pair of socks really is. You will gain the knowledge to make any size sock with any size yarn. You will need 5 ounces of light to medium colored worsted weight yarn, 1 set of size 3 double pointed needles, and 2 stitch holders. Prerequisites: Must know how to cast on, form knit and purl stitches. Pre-class preparation: Cast on 25 stitches and knit in stockinette for 4". Bring this swatch to class.
Leslie Saturdays, October 6, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., October 20 $60.00
and November10, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Fun With Dyeing
In this class, we will play with dyes on yarn and fibers for spinning. We’ll look at solid dyeing versus painting with the dyes and see the variety of looks we can get. Materials needed: Please bring a 3-ring binder, paper, and pen or pencil. You may want to wear an apron or clothing suitable for working with dyes. Class minimum four students.
Beci Sunday, September 30 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $50.00 plus $6.00 materials fee
Spinning Continuation
This class is for those who have a good understanding of spinning with a wheel. This includes beginners as well as those who have a lot of experience. (Please, no beginners that have never spun before.) We will explore what makes different yarn, how twist crimp and fiber affects the final yarn, plies and novelty yarn. Materials needed: You must have a spinning wheel in good working order and please bring oil, lazy Kate, niddy noddy, paper and pencil for notes. You can bring store bought yarn that you want to duplicate and any fibers or yarns you have questions about.
Beci Mondays, September 17, 24 and October 1 6-8 p.m. $50.00
Twined Knitting
Twined knitting is an easy to learn Scandinavian knitting technique that produces wind and waterproof caps, mittens, socks, etc. You will make a cap in class while learning the unique stitches that make twined knitting so interesting to apply to anything. You will need 4 ounces of a light colored (white or off-white is preferred) worsted weight yarn, 2 yards of a dark colored worsted weight yarn, a size 7, 16" circular needle and a set of size 7 double pointed needles. Prerequisites: Must know how to cast on, form knit and purl stitches. Sample is in shop.
Leslie Wednesdays, October 10, 6-9 p.m. and October 24, 6-8 p.m. $45.00
Learn to Drop Spindle
In this class, you will learn to make unique yarn using a drop spindle as your ancestors did 10,000 years ago. You will be provided with a modern version of a drop spindle and lots of wool to play with. It’s a great portable tool that can bring you hours of enjoyment. Come have some fun.
Mary Mondays, October 1 and 8 6-8 p.m. $35.00
Felted Pumpkin
Just in time for Fall and Halloween, these cute felted pumpkins in 2 sizes can be stuffed and used for decoration or left un-stuffed to fill with treats. Prerequisites: Must know how to knit and purl. Materials needed: 1 skein each of a worsted weight feltable wool in a pumpkin color and brown, and size 10 ˝ needles in both double points and either straight or circular. Sample is in shop.
Vicki Fridays, September 28, 11-1 p.m. and October 5, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. $25.00
Finishing Tips and Technique
In this class you will learn a variety of ways to finish your projects so they have that handmade rather than homemade look. We will cover tricks to use in your knitting to make finishing easier as well as finishing techniques for completed pieces. Please bring scraps of sport or worsted weight yarn in a medium colors with appropriate needles, darning needle, scissors, tape measure, stitch holders (or safety pins), a crochet hook, paper and pencil for notes. Pre-class preparation: Please construct 3, 6”x 6” swatches that are knit in stockinette, slipping the first stitch of every row as if to purl.
Beci Mondays, October 22 and 29 6-8 p.m. $35.00
Crochet Tunisian Entrelac
In this class you will learn the basics of Tunisian Entrelac, which has a woven look, similar to basketweave. You will be able to create scarves, pillow, afghans and more. Prerequisites: Must be knowledgeable of basic crochet stitches. Materials needed: The “Easy Tunisian Crochet Entrelac” booklet, worsted weight yarn in 3 different colors and a size K hook. Sample is in the shop.
Michele Tuesday, October 9 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $25.00
Crochet Felt Pots
Making these felt pots is a great way to learn how to crochet with more than one color in a round. They are attractive and functional. Prerequisites: Must be knowledgeable of basic crochet stitches. Materials needed: The “Gone To Pot” pattern, one skein each of 3 different colors in Lamb’s Pride Bulky yarn and size L crochet hook or size to obtain gauge. Gauge is 10hdc to 4”. Please come to class with appropriate size hook once you have established this gauge. Sample is in the shop.
Michele Thursday, November 8 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $25.00
Happy Knitting and Crocheting
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